In the competitive landscape of hotel marketing, three influential marketers share their perspectives. The post Marketing for success with leading experts appeared first on Hospitality News Magazine ..read more

Seazen Hospitality Group unwavering commitment to creativity, passion and holistic comfort is profoundly impacting Kuwait’s hospitality industry. We learn more about the group's success and its new concepts. The post Seazen Hospitality Group in focus appeared first on Hospitality News Magazine ..read more

It is evident that Saudi Arabia’s food delivery market is highly competitive yet highly lucrative. Jamil Diab, COO of Grubtech, lifts the lid on the kingdom’s food delivery landscape and the strategies being adopted by companies to expand their service offerings. Overview The food delivery market in KSA features a diverse array of players. Each company, including Jahez, Chefz and Lugmaty, among others, has its own strategic approach. Additionally, Ninja, HungerStation, Toyou and Careem Food are prominent names in this competitive space. Furthermore, these companies have identified specif ..read more

Amanda Schmiege, senior director of spa and wellness at The Pearl Spa and Wellness UAE Collection (Four Seasons Dubai and Abu Dhabi), discusses the pivotal role of wellness in the tourism industry. How significant is spa and wellness to the tourism industry? The spa and wellness sector is crucial to the tourism industry, as travelers today are increasingly focused on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Consequently, this shift has propelled wellness tourism to new heights, with more people seeking destinations that offer exceptional spa experiences. Furthermore, soaring demand for relaxation ..read more

An exciting pipeline of new openings has been announced by Rotana.   Philip Barnes, Rotana CEO, said: “The group has laid a remarkable foundation that allows us to continuously evolve our offerings. With an ambitious expansion strategy in place to add another 30 properties to our portfolio by 2026, we are actively venturing into new markets.” Presence in KSA Regionally, the brand is set to launch nine new properties in Saudi Arabia over the next four years. This expansion will double its key count in the country to over 4,400. The KSA portfolio includes four planned Edge by Rotana ..read more

Marking a significant milestone, RAK Hospitality Holding has added Rixos Hotels to its portfolio, bolstering its expansion along the pristine shores of Ras Al Khaimah. Rixos Hotels’ focus Embodying the Rixos brand essence, the new focus pillars enhance exceptional food and beverage experiences and engaging activities for kids and teens. Moreover, we will prioritize vibrant live entertainment, exciting sports, rejuvenating spa facilities, and seamless meetings and events services. Cenk Ünverdi, Managing Director at Rixos Hotels voiced his excitement. He said, “This aligns seamlessly with our ..read more

Kasper Kurdahl, a Danish-born chef from Copenhagen and the culinary development director at Culinary Development Inc., has dedicated over 25 years to refining gastronomic experiences and creating exceptional menus. Here, he lifts the lid on Danish cuisine, its rich history and the innovative approaches shaping its future. Heritage Old Danish cuisine, heavily influenced by local products, eschewed imports, resulting in repetitive dishes governed by unspoken rules and traditions. Long lunches during festivities stretched for hours, featuring cured meats and fermented vegetables, often pair ..read more

In a competitive and often unpredictable business environment, profitability enables companies to weather economic challenges and uncertainties. However, as Aamir Riaz, COO of Amsa Hospitality, explains, true business success transcends financial figures, encompassing a positive impact on the environment and society. Everyone knows that without profitability, companies can’t flourish. Profitability ensures financial stability and resilience in a competitive landscape such as the hospitality industry. Furthermore, it drives investment in people, technology and future projects. Yet, true bu ..read more

Maurizio Pace, head chef at La Petite Maison Restaurants, trained in Italy and the UK. Passionate about food, he joined the LPM Restaurant group in 2018, bringing his expertise in Mediterranean cuisine. Here, he sheds light on Qatar’s culinary scene, providing us with an insider’s perspective. In your opinion, what distinguishes Qatar’s culinary landscape? Over the past few years, Qatar has experienced an incredible culinary transformation, with an explosion of new flavors. Furthermore, exciting hidden gems are waiting to be discovered. Restaurants from around the world continue expanding i ..read more

New and exciting opportunities are emerging for talented chefs in Oman, with the growth and expansion of the country’s hospitality industry. We caught up with a number of executive chefs from the leading hotels in Muscat to better understand the market, what guests are looking for and the cuisines that are leading the way. Culinary styles Many executive chefs in Oman are influenced by their backgrounds and personal experiences. Syrian chef Alaa Eddin Al Dakkak, who leads the kitchen at Grand Hyatt Muscat, uses Middle Eastern ingredients in his dishes and believes that storytelling through f ..read more